Physics A-Level
Cosine variation with angle
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The amplitude of the induced AC voltage is directly proportional to the maximum flux linkage at that angle, demonstrating the cosine relationship.
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- Magnetic flux and flux linkage (A-level only) (AQA A-Level)
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